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Trump weighs firing Kimberly Guilfoyle as ambassador
CNBC • • general
Key Points:
- President Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Kimberly Guilfoyle and is considering firing her as U.S. ambassador to Greece following critical reports about her conduct.
- The Wall Street Journal published multiple articles alleging Guilfoyle's involvement in pushing U.S. natural gas deals in Eastern Europe, often accompanied by a private lobbyist linked to a Greek construction firm.
- Reports also claim Guilfoyle requested a $100,000 payment from a Trump donor to cover expenses before her Senate confirmation hearing, which her lawyer disputes as a legitimate debt.
- Additional allegations include Guilfoyle boasting about connections to wealthy Greek tycoons who reportedly financed her expensive international trips.
- Guilfoyle was appointed ambassador by Trump after her breakup with his son Donald Trump Jr., and her attorney has yet to comment on the president's recent remarks.
